Oakwood Primary School
Luton, Bedfordshire · LU1 3RR
Oakwood Primary School is a small independent Islamic primary in Luton serving ages 3–11 with a day-only model. The school explicitly aims to educate within an Islamic framework while offering a broad, balanced British curriculum aligned to national expectations. Leadership emphasizes developing pupils' character (Akhlaq, Adab, Tarbiyyah) alongside academic achievement, with the stated aim that pupils 'fly high' both as good Muslims and as British citizens. The school is currently awaiting its first Ofsted inspection.
- →Explicitly Islamic ethos combining faith development with British curriculum standards
- →Small cohort size (178 pupils) allowing personalised attention
- →Nursery provision with government funding (15 and 30 hours available)
Who thrives here
Pupils from Muslim families seeking faith-integrated education within a National Curriculum framework, particularly those who value character and spiritual development alongside academic progress.
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Contact & visit
117 Tennyson Road
Luton, Bedfordshire
LU1 3RR
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Frequently asked questions
What are the fees at Oakwood Primary School?
Day fees at Oakwood Primary School are approximately £5,028 per year (2025/26).
How do you get into Oakwood Primary School?
Oakwood Primary School admits pupils at 3+, 4+, 7+, 8+, 11+. Entry is assessed by Assessment Day, Interview. See the Admissions section above for open days and key dates.
Is Oakwood Primary School a boarding school?
Oakwood Primary School is a day school in Luton and does not offer boarding.
What is Oakwood Primary School's latest inspection rating?
Ofsted rated Oakwood Primary School “Good” (2022).
What parents say
Frequently praised
✓Islamic ethos genuinely integrated into school culture
✓Small, community-oriented environment
✓Emphasis on character development alongside academics
Common concerns
!School has never been inspected by Ofsted, making quality assurance track record unknown